2003 Buick Regal Technical Service Bulletins

359 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2003 Buick Regal. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10139043May 14, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides a revision for 13-00-89-004A to include updated information.
• 10113074May 2, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that after replacing the Instrument Panel Cluster the exchange center is unable to program the actual mileage on the odometer or the actual mileage is unknown. Dealer will need to follow dealer to the General Motors service policies and procedures manual section 3.2.4 odometer servicing.
• 10130652Apr 25, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides Warranty Administration - New Labor Codes information.
• 10130645Apr 19, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a revision of 13-00-89-004 to update car issues information for reference information/bulletin PI0746C.
• 10130627Apr 11, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a revision of 99-04-20-002G to add 2013-2014 model years.
• 10130619Apr 8, 2013Equipment. This technical bulletin provides a revision of 10-00-89-017Z to include updated information.
• 10134681Mar 26, 2013Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on clarification of use-dealer empowerment labor operations and customer enthusiasm.
• 10134652Mar 11, 2013Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on fix it right for first time issues.
• 10134640Mar 4, 2013Wheels. This informational bulletin provides information on the appearance of chromed aluminum wheels due to chemical staining, pitting corrosion and/or spotted.
• 10112885Feb 26, 2013Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that a noise or a vibration in the vehicle that seems to be abnormal may not have been there when the vehicle was purchased. Technician should look for Non - General Motors aftermarket accessories installed on the vehicle that can cause these issues.
• 10112857Feb 13, 2013Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that, when testing any circuit for open or resistance, it is imperative that all related terminal pin fit and tension be checked when the test steps require disconnection of the connector or component, prior to any component replacement. Always use the recommended terminal test tool during these tests.
• 10133130Jan 16, 2013Body and structure. This informational bulletin provides information pre-painting/cleaning process for TPO plastic fascias.
• 10138541Dec 17, 2012Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the Clarification of Use for Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm
• 10113843Dec 17, 2012Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the Clarification of Use for Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm
• 10112664Dec 13, 2012Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles may have a no power or no connect concern. Technician will find that the OnStar led is red and Diagnostic Trouble Code U1500 is set. Technician will need to replace the Vehicle Communication Interface Module if the Station Identification number falls in the ranges 14,000,000 - 16,000,000 or 22,000,000 - 23,200,000.
• 10112641Dec 12, 2012Engine cooling. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that fluid contamination may be directed to one of the following testing centers according to the type of fluid needing testing. Dealer should send the correct fluid to the proper testing center.
• 10138545Dec 7, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a list off all the issues revolving around new vehicles for a one stop place to find growing concerns around them.
• 10113837Dec 7, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a list off all the issues revolving around new vehicles for a one stop place to find growing concerns around them.
• 10126163Nov 30, 2012Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information regarding the aftermarket device interference with onstar diagnostic service.
• 10138218Nov 29, 2012Equipment, Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information regarding the inappropriate warranty claims submitted for damaged radios and instrument panel clusters, provides exampls on whats an acceptable for warranty and whats not
• 10137476Nov 29, 2012Equipment, Electrical system. This informational bulletin provides information regarding the inappropriate warranty claims submitted for damaged radios and instrument panel clusters, provides exampls on whats an acceptable for warranty and whats not
• 10138215Nov 28, 2012Equipment, Engine cooling. This preliminary information bulletin provides information regarding all the components that are included when ordering a new service 2.4L Ecotec engine.
• 10137473Nov 28, 2012Equipment, Engine cooling. This preliminary information bulletin provides information regarding all the components that are included when ordering a new service 2.4L Ecotec engine.
• 10126171Nov 28, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a step by step procedure on how to properly use the GM chemicals to eliminate unwanted odors in vehicles and which products to use for each application.
• 10112607Nov 28, 2012Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
• 10126196Nov 13, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information and rules for GM keycode look up applicationa dn the key code security rules and regulations for Canada only.
• 10126200Nov 12, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a single point reference and strategy document to aid in reducing customer comebacks, and the possibility of buyback situations by outlining specific guidelines, strategy and forms that will assist with this goal, by identifying, clarifying and documenting customer concerns accurately at each service visit.
• 10126198Nov 12, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides a list of newly released PI and Bulletins in regards to recent released vehicles so that vehicles can be fixed right the first time in for service.
• 10112560Nov 9, 2012Brakes. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about brake rotors on new vehicles and replacement parts from General Motors Service Parts Operations. Technician should be advised the costing should not be removed from the brake rotor it will wear off with normal brake usage. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their…
• 10112528Nov 1, 2012Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that during battery parasitic drain test, there may be some confusion as to what the normal power consumption reading should be from the OnStar system. Technician should understand the power cycles of the various OnStar systems. All Generation 6, 7, 8, and 9 systems are powered up continuously for 48 hours from ignition…
• 10112494Oct 18, 2012Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts. Technician can check Service Information for some accessories. Technician can also contact Partech for assistance.
• 10118626Oct 10, 2012Equipment. This warranty administrational bulletin provides information on Clarification of Use - Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm
• 10118619Oct 5, 2012Equipment. This informational bulletin provides information on newly release bulletins used to fi the vehicles in the field the first time.
• 10246951Oct 1, 2012Equipment. Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
• 10038294Jan 1, 2012Seat belts. Gm: there are seat belt problems: difficulty latching and unlatching buckle. Buckle release button is sticking. Seat belt warning light illuminated. Likely caused by sticky beverages that are spilled into the buckle assembly. *rm updated 4/3/12.
• 10042986Nov 1, 2011Seats. General motors: information provided by bulletin for all 2012 and prior general motor trucks and passenger vehicles regarding the adjustable comfort and custom upholstery of the driver and the passenger head restraint.
• 10038295Feb 1, 2011Other or unknown. Gm: information on fixing multiple situations right the first time.
• 10027804Nov 1, 2008Electrical system, Equipment. General motors corp: special coverage adjustment; analog onstar deactivation. *pe updated 2/17/09.
• 10026805Sep 1, 2008Equipment. Buick chevrolet gmc service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Special coverage adjustment-analog onstar deactivation. Csc letter was received.
• 10026586Jun 1, 2008Equipment. Buick cadillac chevrolet gmc hummer oldsmobile pontiac saab saturn service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Special coverage adjustment-analog onstar deactivation. Fcc ruled in 2002 wireless carriers would no longer re required to support analog wireless network starting in 2008. *pe csc letter was received. Updated 12/1/08.
• 10024787Apr 1, 2008Engine cooling. L67 engine oil smell or odor, leak at left or front valve cover (replace valve cover gasket, gromments and spark plug wire retainers for cylinders 1-3-5). *nj updated 7/25/2008
• 10023171Oct 31, 2007Brakes. Abs pump running when not needed.
• 10022924Aug 1, 2007Steering. Overview of steering system noises.
• 10020766Sep 1, 2006Transmission and drivetrain. 4t65e transmission 1-2 shift shudder at light to moderate acceleration. Replace complete second clutch assembly.
• 10019284Feb 23, 2006Brakes. Abs light on and possible diagnostic trouble codes.
• 10019516Feb 1, 2006Steering. Clunk felt/noise heard from steering column, steering gear and/or front of vehicle during turning maneuver and/or steering wheel rotation.
• 10017271Nov 1, 2005Brakes. Abs light coming on and codes c1225, c1226, c1232, c1233, c1276 and/or c1277 are found in the ebcm.
• 10017172Oct 27, 2005Engine cooling. Engine whine or buzz noise sounds like a generator type noise on 3.1l or 3.8l engines.
• 10018133Sep 1, 2005Suspension. Tie rod specifications revised. Gm tech link.
• 10018126Sep 1, 2005Engine cooling. Oil life system reset procedures - cars. Gm tech link.

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